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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Christian Ballard

Strengths: Long arms with big hands Good run defender Speed to pursue running backs Space eater Explosive first step Inside pass rusher – splits gaps Experience at end and tackle Scheme versatile Durable and well-rounded Weaknesses: Inconsistent Plays upright too much Misses tackles in backfield Needs to work on using his hands Does not appear…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Brooks Reed

Strengths: Relentless in pursuit Lower and upper body strength Speed with a burst Reliable tackler Proven pass rusher with a few moves Smart with high football IQ Good character with leadership qualities Experienced 3-year starter Factor on special teams Weaknesses: Does not excel against the run Struggles changing directions Needs to do a better job…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Aaron Williams

Strengths: Athletic and instinctive Great leaping ability Quick feet Uses long arms to knock away passes High football IQ Durable Punt return skills Weaknesses: Interception skills lacking Press coverage needs improvement Inadequate recovery speed Prone to falling for double moves Hitter more than a tackler Summary: Aaron Williams is a skilled player who just needs…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Robert Quinn

Strengths: Elite athlete Speed and short area quickness Explodes off edge Gets off blocks Pass rush skills Long arms Forces fumbles Scheme versatile Plenty of upside Weaknesses: Run defense needs improvement Inconsistent snap reaction Lacked production against top competition Only two years of college football Suspended for 2010 season Medical – benign tumor removed in…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Justin Houston

Strengths: Strong upper and lower body Long arms Solid tackler Proven pass-rushing skills; threat off edge Explosive off snap Speed to pursue Hard worker; workout warrior Experience as 3-4 linebacker and 4-3 end Weaknesses: Too focused on rushing passer Limited experience dropping into pass coverage – liability Tendency to quit if play is away from…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Nick Fairley

Strengths: Bulk with frame to get bigger; long arms Quick off snap Explosive force Gap penetrator – makes plays behind line Plays angry, bull rusher Pursues laterally Solid against the run Decent speed for his size Good footwork Scheme versatile Weaknesses: Can gain lower body strength Only two seasons in FBS – one productive Needs…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Phil Taylor

Strengths: Massive frame and carries weight well Great strength and power Violent, quick hands and uses them well Can push pocket with bull rush Run-stuffing anchor Space eater who occupies blockers Agile for his size with good balance Mean streak Scheme versatile nose tackle Weaknesses: Has dropped considerable weight, but still a concern Just one…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Torrey Smith

Strengths: Speed – legit deep threat Quick with a nice burst Separates after the catch Tracks ball well Outstanding kick returner Solid character Weaknesses: Lacks route running experience Not enough strength to beat press coverage Should catch with hands more (small hands) Unlikely to make plays over the middle Limited run blocking skills Average height…
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